Strategic Indirect Procurement Lead | Hybrid

RBW Consulting; Chesterfield; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Job summary

RBW Consulting is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager for a leading global biopharmaceutical organisation in the UK, offering hybrid working arrangements.

You will lead sourcing and supplier management across indirect spend, with emphasis on professional services and contingent workforce. You will partner with stakeholders across the business to develop strategies, negotiate contracts, and deliver measurable value in a regulated, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within indirect procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management.
• Previous responsibility for professional services and/or contingent workforce spend.
• Strong supplier relationship management and contract negotiation skills.
• Experience delivering cost savings and measurable commercial outcomes.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing abilities.
• Degree qualified or relevant procurement qualification preferred (CIPS advantageous).
• Experience in Life Science domain would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies across indirect spend categories.
• Lead supplier sourcing, selection, negotiations, and contract management activities.
• Manage procurement projects relating to professional services and contingent labour providers.
• Drive supplier performance, cost optimisation, and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple business functions.
• Support procurement governance and ensure compliance with internal policies and processes.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational efficiencies.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Supplier relationship management

Cost reduction

Education

Degree in procurement or related field

CIPS qualification advantageous

Job description

RBW Consulting is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager for a leading global biopharmaceutical organisation in the UK, offering hybrid working arrangements.

You will lead sourcing and supplier management across indirect spend, with emphasis on professional services and contingent workforce. You will partner with stakeholders across the business to develop strategies, negotiate contracts, and deliver measurable value in a regulated, fast-paced environment.